2023 Mercedes-Benz CLA 1.3L Petrol · KP23 MLK
2023 Mercedes-Benz CLA (1.3L, petrol). First registered 03 Mar 2023. Recorded mileage 20,999 miles. MOT valid until 02 Mar 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ CLA
- Year / Origin
- 2023 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 20,999 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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KP23 MLK Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 23/02/2026
- 20,999 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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KP23 MLK MOT History
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1 MOT test are recorded for this 2023 Mercedes-Benz Cla (KP23 MLK) between February 2026 and February 2026.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 0 advisory notices note items to monitor.
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